Radiology Technologist

Radiology Technologist - $28-42 per hour at Advocate Aurora Health summary:
A Radiology Technologist operates advanced digital and fluoroscopic imaging equipment to assist radiologists in diagnostic and specialized procedures while ensuring patient safety and comfort. Responsibilities include training new staff, maintaining equipment, troubleshooting, and participating in quality improvement initiatives. The role requires professional certification, strong technical skills, and adherence to radiation safety protocols in a healthcare setting.
Advocate Aurora Health is seeking a Radiology Technologist for a job in Harwood Heights, Illinois.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty:
Radiology Technologist

• Discipline:
Allied Health Professional

• Duration:
Ongoing

• 40 hours per week

• Shift: evenings

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Employment Type:

Staff
Major Responsibilities:
Maintains competencies in multiple skill sets.
1)
May perform as a Charge role with the ability to supervise others efficiently and effectively run department workflow during assigned shift
2)
Function as preceptor for new hires as well as radiology students. Able to train others independently in multiple settings of the department. i.e. diagnostic x-ray and fluoroscopy
3)
Operation of advanced digital and computed radiographic equipment including Portables, C-arms, O-arms, and Fluoroscopy units in multiple settings.
4)
Assists Radiologists with fluoroscopic procedures including advanced exams such as GI procedures and mini special exams. Prepares radiographic/fluoroscopic rooms for procedures. Maintains equipment and supplies for Fluoroscopy case load. Able to schedule mini specials exams i.e.: myelograms, cystograms, etc.
5)
Ability to troubleshoot diagnostic/fluoroscopic CR and DR equipment; Identify and escalate issues and submit service requests
6)
Operates portable radiographic equipment and fluoroscopic C-arms in the OR and intensive care units (MICU, SICU, PICU)
7)
Operates the O-arm independently
8)
Can demonstrate competence in two of the following advanced training procedures: OR19 (Hybrid Room), Stealth Navigation, Dexa-training and certification required, EOS
-training and proficiency required, and Pediatric specialized exams such as intussusception and VCUGs.
* Exception:
Dedicated overnight and pediatric team members must maintain competency in one of the mentioned procedures.
9)
Participates in process or quality improvement projects, including:
Outpatient Engagement initiatives, Throughput and ED Turnaround Time, High Reliability unit and safety focused initiatives, and other projects aimed at improving workflow, staff education, or department processes.
Operates x-ray equipment to produce radiographs of designated portions of the body as specified by a physician.
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Maneuvers portable radiographic equipment in patient care areas and in surgery as required.
2)
Operates all components including all locking devices on radiographic, fluoroscopic equipment and c-arms.
3)
Performs radiographic procedures on Level I Trauma patients to expedite immediate care of critically ill patients.
Determination of appropriate exposure factors and positions patient utilizing immobilization devices when appropriate to insure optimum film quality.
1)
Verifies patient and procedure prior to starting exam.
2)
Prepare patients for exam. Obtains and records history, explains procedure, positions patients and ensures their comfort.
3)
Adheres to isolation/sterile techniques and radiation safety procedures.
Adherence to department standards of radiographic quality.
1)
Reviews radiographs to ensure optimum quality.
2)
Reports environmental/equipment problems to appropriate resource personnel.
3)
Performs required computer function for RIS/HIS systems.
4)
Labels all radiographs appropriately following department’s established criteria and standards.
Consistently maintains an attitude of professionalism, cooperation and positive interaction with co-workers, physicians, patients and families.
1)
Participates in assessment of own learning needs and actively seeks opportunity for professional growth.
2)
Attends in-services to ensure knowledge of current departmental and technical procedures.
3)
Attends CPR classes to…